Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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